Neonatal Transfusions
Program Code: 074567
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM (ET)

MODERATOR
Jennifer Rhamy, MBA, MA, MT(ASCP)SBB, HP, THE JOINT COMMISSION

SPEAKERS
Naomi Luban, MD, Children's Hospital
Steven Sloan, MD, PhD, Children's Hospital Boston

DESCRIPTION
This audio conference focuses on the unique transfusion needs of the neonatal population. The first speaker will review the criteria for transfusion in this population, exploring the differences from other patient populations. The second speaker will then focus on the choices of blood products for these patients, including anticoagulant options and cytomegalovirus-safe blood.